Mandaue City starts a 5% business tax increase in 2026, with another 5% in 2027. Officials cite legal mandate and aim to balance revenue needs with business relief. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
Cebu's business leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism, prioritizing coordinated, ecosystem-driven growth to overcome climate shocks and structural weaknesses. Discover the plan for resilience.
Luzviminda Noel, a Cebu tarot and palm reader with 49 years of experience, forecasts a year of success in 2026 with no major disasters. Read her insights on politics and the Sinulog Festival.
Family governance advisor E. Soriano challenges next-generation leaders in the Philippines to move beyond privilege and build true competence. A call for responsible stewardship in the New Year.
A new Radio Veritas survey reveals only 23.4% of Filipinos fully kept their 2025 New Year's resolutions. Discover the key age and gender trends in goal achievement.
As 2026 approaches, Filipinos' New Year's resolutions reflect a defensive shift towards preventing burnout and maintaining balance, rather than self-improvement. Explore the common goals we set and why we keep trying.
Pinterest Predicts 2026 reveals a bold shift from quiet minimalism to maximalist joy, texture, and nostalgia. Discover the key trends, from 'Gimme Gummy' to the rise of brooches in Philippine 'anik-anik' culture.
Comelec announces holiday break for voter registration for the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections. Over 1 million Filipinos have already applied nationwide. Registration continues until May 2026.
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
Cebu's private sector is exploring B2B ties with Ukraine to diversify trade and investment. Key areas include agriculture technology and AI. Discover the strategic plans.
Cebu City Treasurer's Office recommends tax relief for businesses impacted by Typhoon Tino for 2026 computations, but clarifies it cannot waive penalties without a city ordinance. Learn about the proposal and its legal basis.
Runners, mark your calendars! The third Andot Sports 10-Miller is set for January 24, 2026, at Cebu Business Park. Register for 3K, 6K, 12K, or 16K races with exciting prizes and perks. Sign up today!
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
Lapu-Lapu City opts out of Sinulog 2026 to concentrate resources on hosting ASEAN 2026 events in January. Tourism chief explains the strategic decision.
A new Metrobank survey reveals how Filipinos' savings priorities evolve from youth to retirement. Discover the top goals and how to start saving digitally.
The BIR now accepts documents signed by Assistant Corporate Secretaries, streamlining business registration for Philippine companies. Learn how this change reduces administrative burden.
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Grand Chamber Awards 2025 recognized business and civic achievements, highlighting innovation and local enterprise. Discover the key figures and impact.
Rising compliance costs push Philippine SMEs to upgrade systems. TNC and 1C launch a localized accounting platform tailored for BIR rules in Cebu, Davao, and Manila to boost productivity.
Many brilliant founders past 70 cannot let go of their life's work, risking their legacy. Explore the psychological barriers to succession planning and the wisdom of transition.
Discover the proven formula for lasting success from a Filipino business family. Learn why clarity of focus must precede discipline, as shown by the Michelin-recognized Lantaw and House of Lechon.
Ateneo Graduate School of Business Clark Campus equips professionals in Pampanga with two distinct MBA programs. Develop leadership skills rooted in Jesuit values. Contact them today!
The US-ASEAN Business Council is leading a push for practical Extended Producer Responsibility systems to transform packaging waste management across Southeast Asia. Learn how this collaborative effort aims to build a sustainable future.
Cebu's IT-BPM sector continues robust growth, attracting giants like Amazon due to its stable talent pipeline and uninterrupted operations. Discover why global firms are investing.
Remote Employee announces Capital Town expansion completion, adding 300 jobs. RE Academy partnerships with Pampanga schools bridge education with BPO industry demands. #BPO #Pampanga
A journalist's Sicily 'No Mafia' tour reveals striking parallels with Philippine corruption. Learn how extortion damages our economy and what we can do. Join the fight against corruption.
A journalist reflects on 30 years covering police beat to business, revealing emotional toll and career transformation. Read this powerful personal journey.
Corporate foundations in Metro Manila and Cebu are restructuring budgets and operations to sustain relief efforts after recent disasters. Learn how businesses are coping with back-to-back calamities.
Philippine sari-sari stores using AI tools saw 46% higher sales. Discover how technology transforms micro-retail and boosts efficiency for small businesses.
Expert reveals how formal governance frameworks transform family enterprises in the Philippines. Learn how accountability replaces entitlement for business continuity.